The Grade Cricketer

Mitchell Starc's impressive Ashes performance sparks a debate on whether he deserves a knighthood. England's struggles are under scrutiny as their chances dwindle. The hosts defend the value of pink-ball tests while criticizing England's bowling tactics. They explore Australia's depth and the effectiveness of partnerships, alongside a playful analysis of individual players. Listener questions lead to banter about England's aggressive strategy and comparisons between Boland and Broad. The episode wraps up with a look ahead at the possibility of an Australian whitewash.

The Gabba is buzzing as Australia shows strong batting but misses out on big individual scores. Higgos and Pez discuss the crowd's antics and momentum shifts during the match. They dive into the impact of the pink ball on play and praise Jofra Archer's bowling while analyzing missed opportunities for Australia. Late partnerships spark hope, particularly from Kerry and Inglis. They debate the need for Nathan Lyon, wrap up with listener reactions, and joke about Mitchell Marsh's laid-back performance.

The hosts celebrate Joe Root's standout century at the Gabba, marking a pivotal moment in his career. Mitchell Starc's relentless bowling prowess garners admiration, showcasing his importance to Australia. A lively debate unfolds about Nathan Lyon's selection and the effectiveness of England's Bazball strategy. Key moments like remarkable catches and run-outs add excitement to the day's play. Listener queries tackle the significance of a pink-ball hundred, making for a dynamic discussion all-around.

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Isa Guha, a former England international cricketer and now a prominent broadcaster, shares captivating stories from her playing days, including the thrilling 2005 women's Ashes win. She discusses the evolving dynamics of the England team under Ben Stokes, the intense media scrutiny in cricket, and her transition into tennis broadcasting. Isa also sheds light on the barriers girls face in cricket and the importance of community solutions to promote participation. Her humorous anecdotes, including a Wimbledon mishap, add charm to this insightful conversation.

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Collo and Geoff drop in to TGC HQ to talk Bazball, India, Saudi Arabia, Franchise Cricket and their book 'Bedtime Tales for Cricket Tragics'.  Buy 'Bedtime Tales for Cricket Tragics' here  Get TGC's new book: Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings NOW  To enjoy an extra hour of The Grade Cricketer every week and get access to the entire TGCRaw back catalogue (including hundreds of hours of #AskTGC Fridays), exclusive chat and more, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer  Or, if you're an Apple Podcasts listener just tap one of the locked episodes and subscribe from there.EXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Head saves the day for Australia with one of the greatest test cricket centuries of all time. Does he make your combined 11 now?  Get Our Exclusive NordVPN deal here ↣ https://nordvpn.com/TGC  It’s risk- free with Nord’s 30-day money back guarantee! To enjoy an extra hour of The Grade Cricketer every week and get access to the entire TGCRaw back catalogue (including hundreds of hours of #AskTGC Fridays), exclusive chat and more, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer or via the Patreon app.  Or, if you're an Apple Podcasts listener just tap one of the locked episodes and subscribe from there.EXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you came here to hear good news, leave. Mitch Marsh will be opening in Adelaide and England are bigger, stronger and better at arm wrestling than Australia now.  LAAATTTEEE! Yes, everything is explained in the video.  Get Our Exclusive NordVPN deal here ↣ https://nordvpn.com/TGC  It’s risk- free with Nord’s 30-day money back guarantee! To enjoy an extra hour of The Grade Cricketer every week and get access to the entire TGCRaw back catalogue (including hundreds of hours of #AskTGC Fridays), exclusive chat and more, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer or via the Patreon app.  Or, if you're an Apple Podcasts listener just tap one of the locked episodes and subscribe from there.EXTRA HOUR of AskTGC EVERY WEEK: https://patreon.com/gradecricketerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.